UK parents struggle with 'empty nest' anxiety as social media fuels surveillance of university students
As UK university terms begin, many parents face significant emotional adjustment, often turning to social media groups for reassurance. These platforms, while initially helpful for logistics, frequently exacerbate anxiety by normalizing excessive monitoring. Experts advise parents to limit tracking and intervene only in genuine safety crises, instead fostering independence through low-pressure communication and trusting their children's ability to navigate new social environments.